Daily Deals: PadShell, Bookends ’11, Belkin USB Adapter

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We start another week of deals with an assortment of bargains, ranging from accessories for your iPad, software for your Mac and add-ons for whatever device you use. First up is the PadShell, a polycarbonate case with a matt-finish screen protector. Next is a Powerline USB adapter from Belkin that uses your home’s internal wiring as a network via the Powerline protocol.

Along the way, we’ll also check out a number of other items, details of which are available at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page right after the jump.


856298-largePadShell Clear Polycarbonate Case for iPad, $2 credit for $6 + free shipping

HandHeldItems.com offers its PadShell Crystal Clear Polycarbonate Case for iPad in Clear bundled with a $2 HHI store credit, for $7.05. Coupon code “ipadcases20” cuts it to $5.63. With free shipping, and assuming you’ll use the credit, it’s the lowest total price we could find for such a case by $10. It ships with a matte screen protector.

856426-largeBookends 11 for Mac downloads for $50

Today only, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of Sonny Software’s Bookends 11 for Mac for $49.99. That’s $49 off and the lowest price we could find for this reference management and bibliography software. Click here for more information.

752010-largeBelkin Powerline USB Adapter for $10 + $7 s&h

JR.com offers the Belkin Powerline USB Adapter, model no. F5D4050, for $9.99. With around $7 for shipping, that’s $10 under our January mention and the lowest total price we’ve seen. This plug-and-play adapter links USB-equipped devices via your home’s existing electrical wiring. It fits any standard 2- or 3-prong wall outlet and features 56-bit DES data encryption. Of note, you need at least two units (or an existing Powerline network) to establish a connection.

856558-largeSanyo Xacti VPC-PD2 1080p HD Digital Camcorder for $90 + $5 s&h

Today only, Woot.com offers the Sanyo Xacti VPC-PD2 1080p HD Digital Camcorder in Black, model no. VPC-PD2BK, for $89.99. With $5 for shipping, that’s $20 under our mention from November and the lowest total price we’ve seen for such a 1080p digital camcorder with an optical zoom lens. (It’s also a current price low by $23.) Features include a 2″ LCD, 1920×1080/30p (1080p) video capture, 10-megapixel digital photo capability, 3x optical zoom, digital image stabilizer, SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot, HDMI output, and USB connectivity.

856532-largeDane-Elec TRON Legacy 8GB & 4GB USB Drive Set for $30 + $5 s&h

Today only, Woot Sellout offers the Dane-Elec TRON Legacy 8GB & 4GB USB Drive Set for $29.99. With $5 for shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $13. This set includes Kevin Flynn and Sam Flynn light cycle replicas. Each drive contains bonus content from the movie.

835437-largeFantom G-Force3 2TB USB 3.0 External HDD for $90 after rebate + free shipping

Buy.com offers the Fantom G-Force3 2TB USB 3.0 External Hard Drive, model no. GF3B2000U32, for $99.99. This $10 mail-in rebate cuts it to $89.99. With free shipping, that’s $0.05/GB, $10 under our mention from a month ago, and the lowest total price we could find by $24. It’s also compatible with USB 2.0 ports. Rebate ends April 10.

826244-largeAvexir 4GB Mini USB Flash Drive for $5 + free shipping

mwave.com offers the Avexir 4GB Mini USB 2.0 Flash Drive, model no. AVND010304G-XMAS, for $4.99. With free shipping, that’s $1.25/GB, tied with our February mention, and the lowest total price we could find. This tiny drive measures 20mm x 15mm and features a plug cap.

810104-largeLenovo IdeaPad 15″ Laptop Backpack for $16 + free shipping

Ending today, Lenovo offers its Lenovo IdeaPad B5650-WW 15″ Notebook Backpack in Black, model no. 57Y6457, for $39. Apply coupon code “USPC11M56457″ and it falls to $15.60. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from last week and the lowest total price we could find by $23. Sales tax is added where applicable. It can accommodate laptops with up to 15” screens. Other features include a zippered main compartment, mesh side pockets, padded shoulder straps, ergonomic handle, and more.

845717-largeRefurb Vizio 26″ 1080p LED WiFi LCD HDTV for $250 + $7 s&h

mwave.com offers the refurbished Vizio 26″ 1080p Widescreen LED-Backlit LCD HD Television, model no. M261VP, for $249.99 plus $6.99 for shipping. That’s $103 under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit. (We saw a refurbished unit for $7 less four weeks ago, since expired.) Features include 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, Vizio Internet Apps, 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 8ms response time, 400 cd/m² brightness, 802.11n wireless, USB connectivity, two HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs. A 90-day warranty applies, although it’s unclear who backs it.

754274-largeHP LaserJet P2035 Laser Printer for $130 + free shipping

Staples offers the HP LaserJet P2035 Monochrome Laser Printer, model no. CE461A#ABA, for $129.98. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $43. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a maximum print resolution of 600×600 dpi, up to 30 ppm, 16MB internal memory, 250-sheet paper tray, and parallel and USB 2.0 connectivity.

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